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Sadly many women who suffer go back and end up being a punch bag time and time again.

Sadly many women who suffer go back and end up being a punch bag time and time again.Davy Crocket

Sadly many women who suffer go back and end up being a punch bag time and time again.

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diga says...6:52am Fri 16 Nov 12

I saw a man punching a young woman in a car in her face last week. Unfortunately he had pushed her into the passenger seat and driven off before I had time to react. I wish I had got the registration number but I was so shocked by what I was seeing that I never thought.... :( I hope she is ok.

I saw a man punching a young woman in a car in her face last week. Unfortunately he had pushed her into the passenger seat and driven off before I had time to react. I wish I had got the registration number but I was so shocked by what I was seeing that I never thought.... :( I hope she is ok.diga

I saw a man punching a young woman in a car in her face last week. Unfortunately he had pushed her into the passenger seat and driven off before I had time to react. I wish I had got the registration number but I was so shocked by what I was seeing that I never thought.... :( I hope she is ok.

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D. Hop says...8:50am Fri 16 Nov 12

Some years back my sister was being bullied and attacked by her ex partner. Countless phone calls were made to the police with no response, she was told to keep her doors locked!!! That didnt stop him throwing a bin through the window.

Some years back my sister was being bullied and attacked by her ex partner. Countless phone calls were made to the police with no response, she was told to keep her doors locked!!! That didnt stop him throwing a bin through the window.D. Hop

Some years back my sister was being bullied and attacked by her ex partner. Countless phone calls were made to the police with no response, she was told to keep her doors locked!!! That didnt stop him throwing a bin through the window.

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entitled opinion says...11:49am Fri 16 Nov 12

D. Hop wrote…

Some years back my sister was being bullied and attacked by her ex partner. Countless phone calls were made to the police with no response, she was told to keep her doors locked!!! That didnt stop him throwing a bin through the window.

How long ago was this and you say she got no response but then contradict yourself by sayingshe was told to keep her doors locked so she must have been seen/spoken to? Unfortunately years ago most people including the police had the mentality that whatever went on behind closed doors stayed behind closed doors. This is no longer the case, there are so many things that the police can do to help and I hope that by publicising just how much of a problem this is then people may be more inclined to report it. Most neighbours, friends and family know what is going on but very rarely do anything about it. They need to make a stand and report it before their loved one is killed and they are left full of regret for not doing anything about it.

[quote][p][bold]D. Hop[/bold] wrote:
Some years back my sister was being bullied and attacked by her ex partner. Countless phone calls were made to the police with no response, she was told to keep her doors locked!!! That didnt stop him throwing a bin through the window.[/p][/quote]How long ago was this and you say she got no response but then contradict yourself by sayingshe was told to keep her doors locked so she must have been seen/spoken to? Unfortunately years ago most people including the police had the mentality that whatever went on behind closed doors stayed behind closed doors. This is no longer the case, there are so many things that the police can do to help and I hope that by publicising just how much of a problem this is then people may be more inclined to report it. Most neighbours, friends and family know what is going on but very rarely do anything about it. They need to make a stand and report it before their loved one is killed and they are left full of regret for not doing anything about it.entitled opinion

D. Hop wrote…

Some years back my sister was being bullied and attacked by her ex partner. Countless phone calls were made to the police with no response, she was told to keep her doors locked!!! That didnt stop him throwing a bin through the window.

How long ago was this and you say she got no response but then contradict yourself by sayingshe was told to keep her doors locked so she must have been seen/spoken to? Unfortunately years ago most people including the police had the mentality that whatever went on behind closed doors stayed behind closed doors. This is no longer the case, there are so many things that the police can do to help and I hope that by publicising just how much of a problem this is then people may be more inclined to report it. Most neighbours, friends and family know what is going on but very rarely do anything about it. They need to make a stand and report it before their loved one is killed and they are left full of regret for not doing anything about it.

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D. Hop says...11:58am Fri 16 Nov 12

entitled opinion wrote…

D. Hop wrote…

Some years back my sister was being bullied and attacked by her ex partner. Countless phone calls were made to the police with no response, she was told to keep her doors locked!!! That didnt stop him throwing a bin through the window.

How long ago was this and you say she got no response but then contradict yourself by sayingshe was told to keep her doors locked so she must have been seen/spoken to? Unfortunately years ago most people including the police had the mentality that whatever went on behind closed doors stayed behind closed doors. This is no longer the case, there are so many things that the police can do to help and I hope that by publicising just how much of a problem this is then people may be more inclined to report it. Most neighbours, friends and family know what is going on but very rarely do anything about it. They need to make a stand and report it before their loved one is killed and they are left full of regret for not doing anything about it.

It was around 5yrs ago, and while I say we didn't get a response I mean a response of any value. When you have a lunatic on your front lawn kicking the living daylights out of the front door and eventually throwing a large object at the window (with small children in the house), its a physical presence thats required not inadequate advice!!! My own take on it was that they didnt want to show physical presence as the offender was known to be very dangerous.

[quote][p][bold]entitled opinion[/bold] wrote:
[quote][p][bold]D. Hop[/bold] wrote: Some years back my sister was being bullied and attacked by her ex partner. Countless phone calls were made to the police with no response, she was told to keep her doors locked!!! That didnt stop him throwing a bin through the window.[/p][/quote]How long ago was this and you say she got no response but then contradict yourself by sayingshe was told to keep her doors locked so she must have been seen/spoken to? Unfortunately years ago most people including the police had the mentality that whatever went on behind closed doors stayed behind closed doors. This is no longer the case, there are so many things that the police can do to help and I hope that by publicising just how much of a problem this is then people may be more inclined to report it. Most neighbours, friends and family know what is going on but very rarely do anything about it. They need to make a stand and report it before their loved one is killed and they are left full of regret for not doing anything about it.[/p][/quote]It was around 5yrs ago, and while I say we didn't get a response I mean a response of any value. When you have a lunatic on your front lawn kicking the living daylights out of the front door and eventually throwing a large object at the window (with small children in the house), its a physical presence thats required not inadequate advice!!!
My own take on it was that they didnt want to show physical presence as the offender was known to be very dangerous.D. Hop

entitled opinion wrote…

D. Hop wrote…

Some years back my sister was being bullied and attacked by her ex partner. Countless phone calls were made to the police with no response, she was told to keep her doors locked!!! That didnt stop him throwing a bin through the window.

How long ago was this and you say she got no response but then contradict yourself by sayingshe was told to keep her doors locked so she must have been seen/spoken to? Unfortunately years ago most people including the police had the mentality that whatever went on behind closed doors stayed behind closed doors. This is no longer the case, there are so many things that the police can do to help and I hope that by publicising just how much of a problem this is then people may be more inclined to report it. Most neighbours, friends and family know what is going on but very rarely do anything about it. They need to make a stand and report it before their loved one is killed and they are left full of regret for not doing anything about it.

It was around 5yrs ago, and while I say we didn't get a response I mean a response of any value. When you have a lunatic on your front lawn kicking the living daylights out of the front door and eventually throwing a large object at the window (with small children in the house), its a physical presence thats required not inadequate advice!!! My own take on it was that they didnt want to show physical presence as the offender was known to be very dangerous.

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vonnieben1 says...1:36pm Fri 16 Nov 12

I was in an abusive relationship 28 yrs ago and then it was classed as a 'domestic' and nothing could be done,I escaped when he beat me to a pulp and threatened my 6mth old daughter with a knife. People say ,'why can't you just leave' but having been in that situation it's not as easy as people think.i did escape and lived in fear for years but at least it was better than living in fear of him.

I was in an abusive relationship 28 yrs ago and then it was classed as a 'domestic' and nothing could be done,I escaped when he beat me to a pulp and threatened my 6mth old daughter with a knife. People say ,'why can't you just leave' but having been in that situation it's not as easy as people think.i did escape and lived in fear for years but at least it was better than living in fear of him.vonnieben1

I was in an abusive relationship 28 yrs ago and then it was classed as a 'domestic' and nothing could be done,I escaped when he beat me to a pulp and threatened my 6mth old daughter with a knife. People say ,'why can't you just leave' but having been in that situation it's not as easy as people think.i did escape and lived in fear for years but at least it was better than living in fear of him.

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Idontknowaboutyoubut says...6:17pm Fri 16 Nov 12

While I agree,in principle,that we all have a responsibility towards the victim of ANY abuse,I can understand why people are often reluctant to get involved.Some years ago,while on a night out with my wife,we came across a couple having a spat in the street.The woman was taking a beating and I foolishly stepped in to stop the assault.Lo and behold,missus started battering ME round the head with fists and hand bag,while he laid about me with fists and boot.Fortunately,the cops arrived.Guess who they arrested first?Yep.ME.Several witnesses,who were enjoying the show,were able to convince the police that I was the innocent party and they let me go.As for them,they both assured the cops that all was rosy between them,and they too were let go. Needless to say,never again would I intervene in such a battle.Call the cops and let them deal with it,if they can be bothered..!

While I agree,in principle,that we all have a responsibility towards the victim of ANY abuse,I can understand why people are often reluctant to get involved.Some years ago,while on a night out with my wife,we came across a couple having a spat in the street.The woman was taking a beating and I foolishly stepped in to stop the assault.Lo and behold,missus started battering ME round the head with fists and hand bag,while he laid about me with fists and boot.Fortunately,the cops arrived.Guess who they arrested first?Yep.ME.Several witnesses,who were enjoying the show,were able to convince the police that I was the innocent party and they let me go.As for them,they both assured the cops that all was rosy between them,and they too were let go.
Needless to say,never again would I intervene in such a battle.Call the cops and let them deal with it,if they can be bothered..!Idontknowaboutyoubut

While I agree,in principle,that we all have a responsibility towards the victim of ANY abuse,I can understand why people are often reluctant to get involved.Some years ago,while on a night out with my wife,we came across a couple having a spat in the street.The woman was taking a beating and I foolishly stepped in to stop the assault.Lo and behold,missus started battering ME round the head with fists and hand bag,while he laid about me with fists and boot.Fortunately,the cops arrived.Guess who they arrested first?Yep.ME.Several witnesses,who were enjoying the show,were able to convince the police that I was the innocent party and they let me go.As for them,they both assured the cops that all was rosy between them,and they too were let go. Needless to say,never again would I intervene in such a battle.Call the cops and let them deal with it,if they can be bothered..!

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stevegg says...9:23pm Fri 16 Nov 12

Well lets hope the police have the resources to deal with a potential massive influx of crime investigation because from what Ive heard, from several serving police officers, they are almost at breaking point due to front line depletion and are only reactive orientated now, not proactive !

Well lets hope the police have the resources to deal with a potential massive influx of crime investigation because from what Ive heard, from several serving police officers, they are almost at breaking point due to front line depletion and are only reactive orientated now, not proactive !stevegg

Well lets hope the police have the resources to deal with a potential massive influx of crime investigation because from what Ive heard, from several serving police officers, they are almost at breaking point due to front line depletion and are only reactive orientated now, not proactive !

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Davy Crocket says...10:25am Sun 18 Nov 12

How daft ... theres no point in reporting a violent person if they are going to be let out on bail or slapped on the wrist ... we all know what they'll do then. Murder will be on their mind.

How daft ... theres no point in reporting a violent person if they are going to be let out on bail or slapped on the wrist ... we all know what they'll do then. Murder will be on their mind.Davy Crocket

How daft ... theres no point in reporting a violent person if they are going to be let out on bail or slapped on the wrist ... we all know what they'll do then. Murder will be on their mind.

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